ABOUT CORPUS CHRISTI UNDER 40
Created in 2006 by Rosaura Bailey and Elisa Fogle, CCU40 is dedicated to not only recognizing outstanding Corpus Christi citizens but also for the betterment of our community. CCU40 is an event honoring the accomplishments of individuals under 40 years of age who have made significant contributions in their professional fields as well as through service in the community. The event not only raises awareness of our young professional community but is also the main fundraiser for YPCB raising funds for continued professional development and networking opportunities to its 100+ members.
Each year individuals are awarded recognition through a nomination and scoring process by a YPCB Board selected committee comprised of past CCU40 honorees, community stakeholders, and YPCB members. In addition, one of these persons is honored as the “YPCB Superhero.” The YPCB Superhero is a local professional of any age who has gone above and beyond to make an impact in this community. The YPCB Board of Directors will consider the following criteria when selecting a Superhero:
Service to the Coastal Bend area
Outstanding achievements impacting an area of the community or a specific segment of the community
Long-standing support of YPCB whether as a Board Member, volunteerism, or a financial supporter
Exhibits true leadership
Former CCU40 Honoree (new)
PAST YPCB SUPERHEROES
2024 RECIPIENT: DEBBIE NOBLE (THE FLASH) | 2023 RECIPIENT: CASEY LAIN (THE AMPLIFIER)
2022 RECIPIENT: BRAD LOMAX (AQUAMAN) | 2021 RECIPIENT: COUNCILMAN BEN MOLINA (SPIDER-BEN)
2019 RECIPIENTS: DR. KELLY MILLER (CAPATIN MARVELOUS) & DR. MARK ESCAMILLA (THE VISIONARY)
2018 RECIPIENT: PHILIP RAMIREZ (MR. FANTASTIC) | 2017 RECIPIENT: JUDGE BARBARA CANALES (WONDER WOMAN)
2016 RECIPIENT: GABE GUERRA (THE GLADIATOR) | 2015 RECIPIENT: ROSIE COLLIN (ROSIE THE REVITALIZER)
2014 RECIPIENT: DR. FLAVIUS KILLEBREW (MOMENTUM MAN) | 2013 RECIPIENT: REPRESENTATIVE TODD HUNTER (THE SHADOW)
2012 RECIPIENT: JOE ADAME (SUPER JOE)
THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 CCU40 SPONSORS
